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CHEM INC
Analytical Chemist
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What they do
An Analytical Chemist studies the chemical components of materials in a mixture or sample, to identify the components and quantify them. May work to develop new pharmaceutical products or provide quality control or toxicology testing for products.
$65,298 / year median in Texas
+9% projected growth
Job Description
A specialty chemical manufacturing company in Bay City, Texas is looking for an Analytical Chemist / Lab Manager. Great pay with benefits.
EOE / AAP
Job Duties:
Responsibilities include conducting chemical analyses of raw materials, process streams, and products in a timely fashion to support operations. This includes instrument calibration, maintenance, and housekeeping issues. This position also provides technical support to R&D and Pilot Plant Operations as needed. The Analytical Chemist will also be assigned to non-routine analyses and activities to support overall operations, coordination, and development of the QC Lab capabilities, including but not limited to:- Instrumental method development
- Instrument and glass wear calibration
- Preparation and standardization of reagents
- Documentation of analytical methods, data, and reports
- Quality control data entry and analysis
- Training
- Implementation of quality control, safety, health, and environmental procedures
- Tracking and storage of samples
- Overall appearance and housekeeping of the lab
- Fill in for Lab Director during their absence
Qualifications:
- Technical knowledge: o A bachelor's or master's degree in organic chemistry, with a minimum of 10 years' experience in an analytical laboratory.
- Equipment proficiency: o Candidates should have hands-on experience operating and maintaining instruments like
GC, GPC, IR
spectrometer, flash point tester, titrator, atomic absorption etc. and wet chemistry techniques. o The ability to perform routine maintenance on test equipment and resolve technical issues. o Familiarity with equipment calibration procedures and the ability to perform calibrations as necessary. o Knowledge of relevant industry standards and their applications in laboratory equipment usage.Production Support:
o Ability to work with key stakeholders to prioritize and meet deadlines. o Generate and validate detailed analytical lab reports that customers rely on.- Communication skills: o Effectively communicate and coordinate with various departments. o The ability to communicate with customers, providing technical support and explaining test results.
- Independent work: o Strong time management skills.